James Allcock, son of Joseph Allcock and Margaret, was born circa 1813 at Bilston, Staffordshire, England. He married Johannah Wilks.
James and Johannah had four children:
- John Allcock (c1833- )
- Joseph Allcock (c1834- )
- Edwin Allcock (1838- )
- George H. Allcock (c1840- )